Denver Job Clubs & Career Ministries Symposium,
Denver,
CO.
The CFBNP Colorado Job Clubs Symposium will: 1) spotlight the work of local job clubs in helping job seekers get back to work, including how to start and effectively run these groups, 2) provide information on the resources offered by the public workforce investment system, and 3) explore partnership opportunities among job clubs, the workforce system, and others. Please attend if the issue of jobs is important to you or your organization, if you are a workforce development/human resources professional or volunteer, if you are currently coordinating or interested in starting a job club or career ministry, and/or if you are interested in collaborations and partnerships.

Aug 1

Registered Apprenticeship 75th Anniversary – OutEducate OutBuild OutInnovate: A National Education and Action Summit,
Washington,
DC.
We will be hosting "Out-Educate, Out-Build, Out-Innovate” - a National Education and Action Summit in commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the National Apprenticeship Act on August 1, 2012, from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. ET. The summit will feature leaders and stakeholders from across the national apprenticeship system and will also highlight recently selected "Innovator and Trailblazer" Registered Apprenticeship programs that represent the new vision for how Registered Apprenticeship will meet the needs of U.S. industry and the workforce in the 21st Century. You can watch the event via a live webcast.

Later This Month

Aug 2

OFCCP - Women in Non-Traditional Occupations,
Omaha,
NE.
The Omaha District Office will offer a presentation regarding the types of nontraditional jobs for women, as well as the challenges of women in nontraditional jobs, including discrimination.

Aug 2

OFCCP-Community Based Organization Event,
Philadelphia,
PA.
The Philadelphia District Office will host a community outreach and education event to enable Community-Based Organizations in the Philadelphia area and OFCCP to come together, build relationships in the community, and work together cooperatively to promote equal employment opportunity for CBO stakeholders. OFCCP will provide an overview of its mission of protecting workers, promoting diversity, and enforcing the law and describe its linkage and outreach activities. Each CBO will be invited to describe its mission. Each month a CBO will be featured as a joint presenter.

Aug 2

OFCCP-Building Partnerships for the Community,
Jackson,
MS.
OFCCP will be speaking to the Minority Business Network (MBN) Second Annual Small Business Expo topics include regulatory updates and an overview of OFCCP's mission.

Aug 2

AT Works: Accessible Technology’s Impact on the Employment of People with Cognitive and Developmental Disabilities,
Washington,
DC.
A webinar designed to address the current state of accessible technology for those with cognitive and developmental disabilities, as well as provide examples of the current and future use of these technologies in the workplace. Moderated by Kathleen Martinez, Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy. Among the confirmed presenters are Ari Ne’eman President and Co-founder, Autistic Self Advocacy Network. and and Adam Anicich, Acting Director, Office of Congressional and Legislative Affairs' Liaison Service, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Event address for attendees: https://doltraining.webex.com/doltraining/onstage/g.php?t=a&d=665753644.
Event password: ODEPwebinar2
Teleconference call-in number (US/Canada): 1-408-600-3600
Access code: 665 753 644
This event will be live audio-captioned. No registration is required.

Aug 2

US DOL Informational and Outreach Forum,
Baton Rouge,
LA.
Six US DOL agencies are hosting this major event. It is designed to promote public access to federal agencies and to increase the public's awareness of the DOL's mission. This Forum is free and open to the public. The attending agencies will host several workshops and informational sessions. The OFCCP will present a workshop for federal contractors, which will provide attendees with an update on recent OFCCP regulatory changes (VEVRAA and 503). The OFCCP will present its 90-minute workshop twice during the event. RSVPs are required. To register or request more information, please call or email.

Aug 3

OFCCP- Seminar for First Time Service and Supply Contractors,
Philadelphia,
PA.
The Philadelphia District Office will host a seminar for first-time reviewed contractors and subcontractors on the development of Affirmative Action Plans as required by Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended. This seminar will provide guidance on how to develop the narrative portions of the Affirmative Action Plan and guidance on the items requested from the Itemized Listing. In addition, an overview of the compliance review process will be provided.

Aug 3

OFCCP – Building Partnerships for the Community,
Clarksdale,
MS.
OFCCP will be speaking to the Carnegie Public Library Community Resource & Career Day topics include regulatory updates and an overview of OFCCP's mission, complaint filing procedures, job opportunities and how to apply for a job with the DOL.

Aug 6

OFCCP: Disability Underemployment Symposium ,
Seattle,
WA.
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs will host a disability underemployment symposium in Seattle Aug. 6 and 7. The event is to highlight and address the barriers that keep individuals with disabilities from reaching their full potential in the workplace. Panelists will discuss topics such as overcoming barriers to successful employment, general rights of employees with disabilities, disability disclosure, etiquette, culture of accessibility, reasonable accommodations and workplace design, benefits of disability employment, assistive technologies and online accessibility.
This event is free but space is limited. Photo ID will be required for entry.
All those interested should call 206-398-8005 or send an e-mail with name, title, organization, e-mail address and telephone to OFCCPVM.SEATTLEWA@dol.gov

Aug 7

Prevailing Wage Conference,
Seattle,
WA.
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division is hosting a free conference in Seattle, WA to provide outreach on the rules concerning prevailing wage requirements under the Davis-Bacon Act, McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act and the labor standards provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.
If you wish to attend, please email your name, title, organization, email address and telephone number to whdpwc@dol.gov and specify that you wish to attend the Seattle conference. There is no fee for attending a conference; however, space is limited. Upon receipt of this information we will advise you whether your request can be accommodated.

Aug 7

OFCCP- Preparing for an Evaluation by OFCCP (Non-Construction Contractors),
Philadelphia,
PA.
The Philadelphia District Office will host an event titled "You Were Scheduled by the OFCCP (Non-Construction Contractors); How Do You Respond and Prepare for the Evaluation". This event will provide insight and guidance on preparing and gathering the statistical analysis portions of the AAP. Topics with cover developing the Workforce Analysis, Job Groups, Utilization, 2-Factor Analysis, Applicant Flow Information and Compensation Data. Training is geared towards new contractors and experienced contractors.

Aug 8

Health Benefits Laws Compliance Assistance Seminar,
Worthington,
OH.
The U.S. Department of Labor is teaming up with the Ohio Commissioner of Insurance to bring small business owners and their service providers practical information, helpful tips, and clarification regarding Ohio and federal health benefits laws. The two day free seminar will address federal and state health benefits laws including the Affordable Care Act, HIPAA, COBRA and ERISA.

OFCCP-Building Partnerships for the Community,
Huntsville,
AL.
OFCCP will be hosting a Disability & Veterans Linkage Fair in Huntsville, Alabama. There will be speakers from OFCCP, Veterans Affairs, and Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services. The attendees will consist of federal contractors and veteran and disability linkage organizations. The purpose of the event is to assist contractors in identifying linkage sources in the Huntsville area and to educate them on the importance of veteran and disability outreach and recruitment.

Aug 14

Getting It Right...Know Your Fiduciary Responsibilities,
Chicago,
IL.
The Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration is sponsoring a one day seminar for small and medium size employers to increase awareness and understanding about the basic fiduciary responsibilities when operating a retirement plan.

OFCCP - Workplace Accommodations,
Omaha,
NE.
The Omaha District Office will provide a presentation on the requirements of Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, emphasizing workplace accomodations.

Aug 16

Understanding Special Minimum Wages under Section 14(c) of the FLSA ,
Akron,
OH.
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division will offer a free seminar in Akron, Ohio to assist employers and community rehabilitation programs (CRPs) in complying with Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Guardians and family members of workers with disabilities are invited and encouraged to attend as well.
There is no fee to attend this conference; however, space is limited. If you wish to attend, please follow the registration prompt. You will receive a confirmation email once registration is complete.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Akron seminar, please contact Maureen Katoll at Katoll.maureen@dol.gov. Note: Each attendee must register separately

Aug 16

US DOL Informational and Outreach Forum,
Richardson,
TX.
Six US DOL agencies are hosting this major event. It is designed to promote public access to federal agencies and to increase the public's awareness of the DOL's mission. This Forum is free and open to the public. The attending agencies will host several workshops and informational sessions. The OFCCP will present a workshop for federal contractors or potential contractors to offer a wide and general overview of compliance with OFCCP regulations. The OFCCP will present its 90-minute workshop twice during the event. RSVPs are required. To register or request more information, please call or email.

Aug 16

AT Works: Accessibility and Emerging Technology – Keys to Improving the Employment of People with Disabilities ,
Washington,
DC.
A live webcast designed to explore the connection between emerging technologies and the employment of people with disabilities. Panelists will discuss their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of emerging technologies, cloud computing and mobile applications in the workplace. Moderated by Tom Temin, Anchor, Federal News Radio. Panelists include Kathleen Martinez, Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy; Vint Cerf, Vice President and Chief Internet Evangelist at Google; Jim Tobias, President of Inclusive Technologies.

Aug 16

Web Chat with ILAB on FY 2012 Solicitations for Grant Applications,
Washington,
DC.
The Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) will host a web chat on Thursday, August 16 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. (EDT), to answer questions about the agency's fiscal year 2012 Solicitations for Grant Applications. The web-chat, which is text-only, will include a discussion (questions and answers) on the solicitations for cooperative agreement applications for the following:
• Partnership to Reduce Child Labor and Forced Labor in Imported Agricultural Products (SGA 12-04).
• Project to Combat Child Labor in Areas of Liberian Rubber Production (SGA 12-05).
• Project to Combat Child Labor in Cambodia (SGA 12-08).
Information about these solicitations is available at http://www.dol.gov/ILAB/grants/ and on http://www.grants.gov

Aug 21

OFCCP – Developing Written Affirmative Action Programs,
Atlanta,
GA.
A presentation will be given by the Atlanta District Office on the development of written affirmative action programs for women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. This seminar is open to all Human Resources/Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Representatives of federal contractors and subcontractors.

Aug 21

OFCCP-Building Partnerships for the Community,
Birmingham,
AL.
OFCCP is a presenter at the Disability conference w/EEOC, Birmingham ILG, Alabama Business Leadership Network and Alabama Vocational Rehabilitation Services. OFCCP will discuss current 503 regulations and the proposed NPRM for 503.

Aug 22

OFCCP-Building Partnerships for the Community,
Birmingham,
AL.
OFCCP will be speaking at the Jimmie Hale Mission. There are monthly information sessions held and led by Employment Coordinator Edward Peterson for the community. This is a good resource for homeless individuals. Topics include an overview of OFCCP's mission and complaint filing procedures.

Aug 22

Town Hall Meetings to assist nuclear weapons workers,
Albuquerque,
NM.
The Division of Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation (DEEOIC) will host two town hall meetings in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to provide information about a new class of former employees at the Sandia National Laboratories recently added to the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act's (EEOICPA) Special Exposure Cohort. DEEOIC's traveling resource center will be available before and after each town hall meeting to assist individuals interested in filing new claims under the EEOICPA. The town hall meetings will take place on August 22, 2012, at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. The traveling resource center hours will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Aug 23

OFCCP - Internet Applicant Rule Refresher,
Houston,
TX.
This workshop is for Federal government contractors. It will serve as a refresher regarding the definition of an “applicant” as applicable to the Internet Applicant Guidelines; and will revisit the requirements for collection of information, data management and conducting adverse impact under these guidelines.

OFCCP - National Origin Discrimination,
Omaha,
NE.
The Omaha District Office will provide an overview that will address what is national origin discrimination, the relationship of national origin to employment decisions, language issues, and citizenship requirements.

Aug 23

OFCCP- Seminar for First Time Service and Supply Contractors,
Philadelphia,
PA.
The Philadelphia District Office will host a seminar for first-time reviewed contractors and subcontractors on the development of Affirmative Action Plans as required by Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended. This seminar will provide guidance on how to develop the narrative portions of the Affirmative Action Plan and guidance on the items requested from the Itemized Listing. In addition, an overview of the compliance review process will be provided.

Aug 23

US DOL Informational and Outreach Forum,
San Antonio,
TX.
Six US DOL agencies are hosting this major event. It is designed to promote public access to federal agencies and to increase the public's awareness of the DOL's mission. This Forum is free and open to the public. The attending agencies will host several workshops and informational sessions. The OFCCP will present a workshop for federal contractors or potential contractors to offer guidance on administering Affirmative Action Programs. This OFCCP workshop will also discuss what contractors should expect if they are scheduled for an OFCCP compliance evaluation (audit). The OFCCP will present this 90-minute workshop twice during the event. RSVPs are required. To register or request more information, please call or email.

Aug 24

OFCCP: AAP Development & Preparing for a Desk Audit ,
Los Angeles,
CA.
Please join the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Program Los Angeles District Office for an in depth discussion on the requirements of Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act. This discussion will provide valuable insight and guidance to preparing Affirmative Action Plans that are complaint with the applicable laws and regulations.

Aug 27

Mexican Consulate’s Labor Rights Week,
Chicago,
IL.
The Wage and Hour Division Chicago District Office, in support of the Mexican Consulate’s annual “Labor Rights Week,” will be providing compliance assistance to members of the public at various locations in the Chicago metropolitan area. The District Office will have staff available to answer questions and hand out publications on the workers standards laws administered by the Wage and Hour Division. These include the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family Medical Leave Act, Davis Bacon and Related Acts and Service Contract Act. Please call the number listed for more information about individual events that will take place during the week.

Aug 27

Labor Rights Week - Las Vegas,
Las Vegas,
NV.
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division and Occupational Safety and Health Administration will join the Consulate of Mexico and the Consulate of El Salvador in Las Vegas in marking Labor Rights Week with a series of activities and events Aug. 27 to Aug. 31. Throughout the week, agency staff will provide compliance assistance materials, answer questions and take complaints. The Kick-off Ceremony will take place Monday, Aug. 27, at the Mexican Consulate at 11:00 AM.

Aug 27

Labor Rights Week - Los Angeles,
Los Angeles,
CA.
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division and Occupational Safety and Health Administration will join the Mexican Consulate in marking Labor Rights Week with a series of activities and events Aug. 27 to Aug. 31. Throughout the week, agency staff will provide compliance assistance materials, answer questions and take complaints. The Kick-off Ceremony will take place Monday, Aug. 27, at the Consulate at 10:00 AM.

Aug 27

Labor Rights Week - San Francisco,
San Francisco,
CA.
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division and Occupational Safety and Health Administration will join the Mexican Consulate in San Francisco, and the consulates of Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua, in marking Labor Rights Week with a series of activities and events Aug. 27 to Aug. 31. Throughout the week, agency staff will provide compliance assistance materials, answer questions and take complaints. The Kick-off Ceremony will take place Monday, Aug. 27, at the Mexican Consulate at 10:30 AM.

Aug 27

Labor Rights Week - Albuquerque,
Albuquerque,
NM.
The Albuquerque District Office of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and
Hour Division will join the Mexican Consulate in Albuquerque to sponsor Labor Rights Week, Aug. 27
to Aug. 31. To kick off the week’s events, a signing ceremony to renew the partnership agreement between the Labor Department and the Mexican Consulate will be held on Aug. 27 at 10:00 AM. The focus of the agreement is to provide Mexican migrant workers in New Mexico with information and guidance concerning their rights under federal laws. Wage and Hour Division staff will provide an FLSA presentation and distribute compliance assistance materials, answer questions and take complaints.

Aug 27

Labor Rights Week - El Paso,
El Paso,
TX.
The Albuquerque District Office of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division will join the Mexican Consulate in El Paso to sponsor Labor Rights Week, Aug. 27 to Aug. 31.
Presentations will cover the following topics: agricultural employment – the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act and the Immigration Control and Reform Act’s H-2A requirements; the Immigration Control and Reform Act’s H-2B requirements; minimum wage and overtime requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act; and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
The Wage and Hour Division staff will provide compliance assistance materials, answer questions and take complaints.

Aug 27

Labor Rights Week - Denver,
Denver,
CO.
The Denver District Office of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division will join the Mexican Consulate in Denver in sponsoring Labor Rights Week, Aug. 27 to Aug. 31. Presentations will cover the following topics: agricultural employment – the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act, the H-2A and H-2B requirements, the minimum wage and overtime requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act. The Wage and Hour Division staff will provide compliance assistance materials, answer questions and take complaints.

Aug 27

Labor Rights Week - Houston,
Houston,
TX.
The Houston District Office of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division will join the Mexican Consulate in Houston to sponsor the fifth annual Labor Rights Week from Aug. 27 to Aug. 31. To kick off the week’s events, a partnership agreement will be signed between the department’s Wage and Hour Division and the Consulate General of Mexico at 10 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 27. The WHD will also be signing an agreement to renew the Justice and Equality in the Workplace Program on Monday, Aug. 27. Daily presentations will cover the following topics: agricultural employment – the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act and the Immigration Control and Reform Act’s H-2A requirements;
the Immigration Control and Reform Act’s H-2B requirements; minimum wage and overtime requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act; and the Family and Medical Leave Act. The Wage and Hour Division staff will provide compliance assistance materials, answer questions and take complaints.

Aug 27

Labor Rights Week - Salt Lake City,
Salt Lake City,
UT.
The Salt Lake City District Office of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division will join the Mexican Consulate in Salt Lake City in sponsoring Labor Rights Week, Aug. 27 to Aug. 31.
Presentations will cover the following topics: agricultural employment – the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act and the Immigration Control and Reform Act’s H-2A requirements; the Immigration Control and Reform Act’s H-2B requirements; minimum wage and overtime requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act; and the Family and Medical Leave Act. Wage and Hour Division staff will provide compliance assistance materials, answer questions and take complaints.

Aug 27

Labor Rights Week - New Orleans,
New Orleans,
LA.
The New Orleans District Office of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division will join the Mexican Consulate in New Orleans in sponsoring Labor Rights Week, Aug. 27 to
Aug. 31. Daily presentations will cover the following topics: agricultural employment – the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act and the Immigration Control and Reform Act’s H-2A requirements; the Immigration Control and Reform Act’s H-2B requirements; minimum wage and overtime requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act; and the Family and Medical Leave Act. Throughout the week, Wage and Hour Division staff will provide compliance assistance materials, answer questions and take complaints.

Aug 27

Labor Rights Week - Dallas,
Dallas,
TX.
The Dallas District Office of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division will join the Mexican Consulate in Dallas to sponsor Labor Rights Week, Aug. 27 to Aug. 31. Presentations will cover the following topics: the minimum wage and overtime requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and the Family and Medical Leave Act. WHD staff will provide compliance assistance materials, answer questions and take complaints.

Aug 27

Labor Rights Week - Little Rock,
Little Rock,
AR.
The Little Rock District Office of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division will join the Mexican Consulate in Little Rock in sponsoring Labor Rights Week, Aug. 27 to Aug 31. Presentations will cover the following topics: agricultural employment – the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act and the Immigration Control and Reform Act’s H-2A requirements; the Immigration Control and Reform Act’s H-2B requirements; minimum wage and overtime requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act; and the Family and Medical Leave Act. The Wage and Hour Division staff will provide compliance assistance materials, answer questions and take complaints.

OLMS-Compliance Seminar,
Rock Hill,
SC.
The OLMS Nashville District Office will conduct a compliance assistance seminar for all interested union officers, staff, and other interested union officials. The seminar will cover an overview of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, financial recordkeeping and internal controls, the Electronic Forms Systems for LM-2, LM-3 and LM-4 filers, and union officer elections.

Aug 30

OFCCP-Building Partnerships for the Community,
Greenwood,
MS.
OFCCP will be speaking at the Mississippi Department of Employment Security, 2012 Greenwood Leflore Area Job Fair; topics include regulatory updates and an overview of OFCCP's mission; how to apply for a job with DOL, and employment opportunities with the DOL.

Aug 30

Live Twitter chat with Secretary Solis,
Washington,
DC.
While job growth has remained steady over the last 29 months; many high school and college students alike are unsure about which path to take after graduation.
In advance of Labor Day 2012, America’s “job counselor,” Secretary Solis will host a live Twitter chat. This is an opportunity to ask questions and receive information pertaining to entering the workforce, including job training programs and up-and-coming careers.
Join the conversation by using the hashtag #LaborDay2012 or tweet questions in advance to @HildaSolisDOL.

Aug 31

OFCCP - Compliance Assistance Seminar,
Columbus,
OH.
The Columbus District Office will host a seminar for new and existing contractors and subcontractors on analyzing personnel activity data, as well as information on workplace accommodations, retaliation complaints and women in non-traditional occupations.